After uploading files to OneDrive, you can rename and delete the files to keep your OneDrive library organized.

Renaming a File or Folder

To rename a file or folder in OneDrive, use the following steps:

1. Go to office365.illinoisstate.edu.
2. Log in to Microsoft (Office) 365 with your Illinois State email address and password.
3. Click the icon for OneDrive.
   
   
   
4. Click My files on the left of the screen.
5. Hover your mouse over the file or folder you want to rename.
6. Click the radio button to the left of the file or folder you want to rename.
7. At the top of the screen, click Rename.
8. The Rename window will appear. In the Name field inside this window, enter the new name for the file or folder.
9. Click the Update button.

The file or folder is now renamed.

Deleting Files or Folders

To delete a file or folder in OneDrive, use the following steps:

1. Go to office365.illinoisstate.edu.
2. Log in to Microsoft (Office) 365 with your Illinois State email address and password.
3. Click the icon for OneDrive.
   
   
   
4. Click My files on the left of the screen.
5. Hover your mouse over the file or folder you want to delete.
6. Click the radio button to the left of the file or folder you want to rename.
7. At the top of the screen, click Delete.
8. A dialogue box will appear and ask, “Are you sure you want to send the item(s) to the recycle bin?”
9. Click the Delete button.

The file or folder will be deleted. Deleted files remain in the recycle bin in OneDrive for thirty days.

How to Get Help

Technical assistance is available through the Illinois State University Technology Support Center at:

• Phone: (309) 438-4357
• Email: SupportCenter@IllinoisState.edu
• Submit a Request via Web Form: Help.IllinoisState.edu/get-it-help
• Live Chat: Help.IllinoisState.edu/get-it-help